Adjunct Professor, Modern Japanese History

Main Campus - Boston, MA
R05428

The Department of History at Simmons University seeks an adjunct professor to teach one section of a course on Modern Japanese History during the Spring 2019 semester. The course is scheduled to run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:50pm, is capped at 25 students, and is typically taught as a combination of lecture and discussion.

Course Title and Description
HIST201: Dynamics of Japanese History
Examines the rise and fall of imperial Japan (1868-1945) and certain trends since 1945. Considers the history and ideology of a nation that believed in military prowess and authoritarian government as a national honor. Discusses factors that led Japan to this view, its consequences, and Japan's path to postwar democracy and prosperity.

Qualifications:
Candidates should have a Ph.D. (or be an advanced PhD candidate) in History and possess a
commitment to excellence in teaching.

Instructions for Applicants:
Please submit a cover letter and CV (including references) to Professor Stephen Berry stephen.berry@simmons.edu
The Department will interview selected candidates, and applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

As a University committed to diversity, Simmons encourages applications broadly. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body and curriculum.


To apply, visit https://simmons.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Simmons-Careers/job/Main-Campus---Boston-MA/Adjunct-Professor--Modern-Japanese-History_R05428

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